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"Achilles: A Legendary Hero of the Trojan War and Beyond" In the annals of history, few names resonate with as much power and glory as Achilles

Background imageAchilles Collection: The death of Achilles, 1630-1635. Artist: Rubens, Pieter Paul (1577-1640)

The death of Achilles, 1630-1635. Artist: Rubens, Pieter Paul (1577-1640)
The death of Achilles, 1630-1635. Found in the collection of the Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen, Rotterdam

Background imageAchilles Collection: Thetis dipping the infant Achilles into the river Styx, 1630-1635

Thetis dipping the infant Achilles into the river Styx, 1630-1635. Artist: Rubens, Pieter Paul (1577-1640)
Thetis dipping the infant Achilles into the river Styx, 1630-1635. Found in the collection of the Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen, Rotterdam

Background imageAchilles Collection: Achilles recognized among the daughters of Lycomedes, 1630-1635

Achilles recognized among the daughters of Lycomedes, 1630-1635. Artist: Rubens, Pieter Paul (1577-1640)
Achilles recognized among the daughters of Lycomedes, 1630-1635. Found in the collection of the Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen, Rotterdam

Background imageAchilles Collection: Roman wall-painting from the House of the Dioscuri in Pompeii, 1st centruy

Roman wall-painting from the House of the Dioscuri in Pompeii, 1st centruy
Roman wall-painting from the House of the Dioscuri in Pompeii, showing Achilles revealed by Diomedes and Odysseus in Scyros. From the National Museum in Naples, 1st century

Background imageAchilles Collection: Roman wallpainting of Achilles hiding in Scyros, the House of the Dioscuri, Pompeii

Roman wallpainting of Achilles hiding in Scyros, the House of the Dioscuri, Pompeii
Roman wallpainting of Achilles hiding in Scyros (Greek island) revealed by Diomedes and Odysseus. From the House of the Dioscuri, Pompeii

Background imageAchilles Collection: Head of Achilles

Head of Achilles. From the picture of Achilles delivering Briseis to the Heralds

Background imageAchilles Collection: Achilles bandaging the wound of Patroclus, c1900

Achilles bandaging the wound of Patroclus, c1900. Scene after decoration on an antique vase, from the epic poem Iliad by Homer (8th century BC)

Background imageAchilles Collection: Greek Amphora, detail of Achilles and Ajax playing a game, c6th century BC. Artist: Exekias

Greek Amphora, detail of Achilles and Ajax playing a game, c6th century BC. Artist: Exekias
Greek Amphora, detail of Achilles and Ajax playing a game, c6th century BC. by Exekias painter and potter, c540BC-c530 BC. Vatican Museums

Background imageAchilles Collection: Detail from the Francois Vase, Ajax carrying the body of Achilles, c6th century BC

Detail from the Francois Vase, Ajax carrying the body of Achilles, c6th century BC. Artists: Ergotimos, Kleitias
Detail from the Francois Vase, Ajax carrying the body of Achilles, c6th century BC. Greek Vase signed by Clitias (painter) and Ergotimos (potter), c560 BC

Background imageAchilles Collection: Thetis riding a sea monster bringing the Helmet of Achilles, late 4th century BC

Thetis riding a sea monster bringing the Helmet of Achilles, late 4th century BC. Corinthian Terracotta

Background imageAchilles Collection: London, Hyde Park, June 1929

London, Hyde Park, June 1929
A GWR Publicity view of the Wellington Monument in Londons Hyde Park, in June 1929. The 5.5m high statue of Achilles was erected in 1822 to honour the Duke of Wellingtons victories in the Peninsular

Background imageAchilles Collection: Heroes of the Trojan War, Greek mythology, published in 1880

Heroes of the Trojan War, Greek mythology, published in 1880
The Heroes of the Trojan War, Greek mythology. Wood engraving, published in 1880

Background imageAchilles Collection: Chiron Centaur Educating Educates Teaching Teaches

Chiron Centaur Educating Educates Teaching Teaches
The centaur Chiron teaching magic to the young Achilles. In Greek mythology Chiron, said to have been the wisest of the centaurs, was tasked with the education of Achilles by Achilles father Peleus

Background imageAchilles Collection: Trojan War Troy Death Achilles Hector Chariot

Trojan War Troy Death Achilles Hector Chariot
After killing Hector in hand-to-hand combat as revenge for the death of his friend Patroclus, Achilles drags Hector's body behind his chariot in front of the walls of Troy

Background imageAchilles Collection: Penthesilea, Queen of the Amazons in Greek mythology. The legend has her killed by Achilles in

Penthesilea, Queen of the Amazons in Greek mythology. The legend has her killed by Achilles in the Trojan War

Background imageAchilles Collection: After killing Hector in hand-to-hand combat as revenge for the death of his friend Patroclus

After killing Hector in hand-to-hand combat as revenge for the death of his friend Patroclus, Achilles drags Hectors body behind his chariot in front of the walls of Troy

Background imageAchilles Collection: Thetis supplicant assembly gods box 43 drawings

Thetis supplicant assembly gods box 43 drawings
Thetis as supplicant in the assembly of the gods (in box with 43 drawings), Thetis asks Jupiter to support her son (Achilles), Louis Fabritius Dubourg, 1703 - 1775, paper, ink, pencil, pen

Background imageAchilles Collection: Achilles daughters Lycomedes box 43 drawings

Achilles daughters Lycomedes box 43 drawings
Achilles and the daughters of Lycomedes (?) (in box with 43 drawings), Achilles discovered among the daughters of Lycomedes

Background imageAchilles Collection: Achilles Hector battle walls Troy box 43 drawings

Achilles Hector battle walls Troy box 43 drawings
Achilles and Hector in battle for the walls of Troy (in box with 43 drawings), Louis Fabritius Dubourg, 1741, paper, ink, pencil, brush, h 128 mm × w 141 mm

Background imageAchilles Collection: Thetis returns water nymphs Scenes life Achilles

Thetis returns water nymphs Scenes life Achilles
Thetis returns to her water nymphs Scenes from the life of Achilles (series title) Vitam et mortem achilli (series title), River landscape with two nymphs sitting on the shore

Background imageAchilles Collection: Thetis Achilles Oracle

Thetis Achilles Oracle
Thetis and Achilles before Oracle

Background imageAchilles Collection: Anger Achilles Agamemnon

Anger Achilles Agamemnon
Anger of Achilles against Agamemnon

Background imageAchilles Collection: Quarrel Achilles Agamemnon

Quarrel Achilles Agamemnon
Quarrel of Achilles and Agamemnon

Background imageAchilles Collection: Achilles Briseis

Achilles Briseis
Achilles with Briseis

Background imageAchilles Collection: Penthesilea killed Achilles

Penthesilea killed Achilles
Penthesilea killed by Achilles

Background imageAchilles Collection: Death Achilles

Death Achilles
Death of Achilles

Background imageAchilles Collection: Vulcan Hephaestus Thetis armor Achilles

Vulcan Hephaestus Thetis armor Achilles
Vulcan [Hephaestus] giving Thetis armor for Achilles

Background imageAchilles Collection: Briseis back Achilles

Briseis back Achilles
Briseis is brought back to Achilles

Background imageAchilles Collection: Arming Achilles

Arming Achilles
Arming of Achilles

Background imageAchilles Collection: Achilles Tent Lewis Carroll British 1832 1898

Achilles Tent Lewis Carroll British 1832 1898
Achilles in His Tent; Lewis Carroll (British, 1832 - 1898); June 26, 1875; Albumen silver print

Background imageAchilles Collection: Education Achilles Eugene Delacroix French 1798

Education Achilles Eugene Delacroix French 1798
The Education of Achilles; Eugene Delacroix (French, 1798 - 1863); 1862; Pastel; 30.6 × 41.9 cm (12 1, 16 × 16 1, 2 in.)

Background imageAchilles Collection: Polyxena, 1786. Creators: Jean Florent Defraine, Vincent Marie Langlois

Polyxena, 1786. Creators: Jean Florent Defraine, Vincent Marie Langlois
Polyxena, 1786

Background imageAchilles Collection: 15th century Costume

15th century Costume
1. Jean de Linden (1394) 2. Duc de Baviere (1430-1470) (whose name is unknown) 3. Albert III, Achilles de Brandebourg (1475) wearing an Electors cap 4. Ludwig von Hutten (1414) 5

Background imageAchilles Collection: Caucasian oilfields by G. H. Davis

Caucasian oilfields by G. H. Davis
The Achilles Heel of the Soviets: the Caucasian oilfields. A pictorial map of the strategically vulnerable oilfields on either side of the Caucasus upon which Russia depends for the bulk of her

Background imageAchilles Collection: Homer

Homer - Author of the Iliad and the Odyssey. He is the greatest ancient Greek epic poets. When he lived is not exactly known. It is estimated about 770 - 700 BC

Background imageAchilles Collection: Diagram of lower leg illustrating muscle groups, nerves and veins

Diagram of lower leg illustrating muscle groups, nerves and veins



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"Achilles: A Legendary Hero of the Trojan War and Beyond" In the annals of history, few names resonate with as much power and glory as Achilles. Known for his unparalleled strength, courage, and unwavering loyalty, he was a hero whose tales have captivated generations. From the Heroes of the Trojan War to HMS Achilles, a British light cruiser that fought valiantly in World War II, this name has left an indelible mark on various realms. Just like the Greek vase painting by Sosias depicting Achilles alongside his beloved companion Patroclus, their bond symbolizes friendship's enduring strength. But it doesn't end there; even locomotives bear his name. The Achilles Class Locomotive No. 3047 "Lorna Doone" and its counterpart No. 3050 "Royal Sovereign" embody power and speed reminiscent of their heroic namesake. The Shield holds its own significance - crafted skillfully for battle against Hector during the epic clash between Troy and Greece. Its intricate design reflects not only protection but also artistic brilliance. Achilles' legacy extends beyond warfare too; it intertwines with stories like Medea and Jason stealing the Golden Fleece or Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee train in 1897 – both instances where greatness sought inspiration from this legendary figure. Even Alexander the Great paid homage before his tomb centuries later – a testament to how deeply rooted Achilles' legend became in our collective consciousness. As we envision him leaving to avenge Patroclus' death through oil on canvas or witness French line engravings capturing his essence from another era altogether, one thing remains clear: Achilles continues to inspire us all with his valorous spirit that transcends time itself.